FF Developments

FF ( Ferguson Formula) Developments Limited (FFD) was a British company founded by Major A.P.R. (Tony) Rolt to exploit 4WD technology, Rolt had worked as Technical Director at Harry Ferguson Research for many years.[1]

According to Ward's Auto World[2] the influence that FFD had on all wheel drive (AWD) development transcended its size.

History

The company was founded in Coventry in 1971 by Tony Rolt.[1] In 1981 Rolt's son, Stuart, joined the company as Marketing Director, becoming Chief Executive in 1986.[3]

In 1990 the company opened an engineering centre in Detroit.[3]

Following its sale to the automotive consultancy group Ricardo in 1994, the company was renamed FFD-Ricardo. Stuart Rolt remained the CEO until 1996.[3]

Projects

Notes

  1. 1 2 "Decembers Past 2001: 30 Years ago: December 1971". Classic Driver.
  2. "No giant here - FF Developments Ltd - company profile". Ward's Auto World. Dec 1989.
  3. 1 2 3 4 "Chairman's profile: Stuart Rolt". the British Racing Drivers' Club.
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